Known for his pragmatic approach and solid negotiation skills, Pjotr acts for clients across diverse industries, offering integrated perspectives that bridge legal, financial, and operational considerations.

Pjotr also teaches on legal topics related to litigation, contracts, and technology law, and dedicates time to assisting non-profit organisations in need of legal and regulatory support.

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Memberships

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Dutch Bar Association
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The Dutch Intellectual Property Association
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The Dutch Copyright Association
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Qualifications

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Regular courses within his field of expertise
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Postdoc National and International Contracts, Grotius Academy, 2010 (with honours)
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Dutch civil law and business law, Leiden University, 2000

What others say

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"Pjotr Heemskerk and Yannick Geryszewski are fast-thinking, knowledgeable and quick to respond. Pjotr Heemskerk cannot be beaten when it comes to knowledge of contract law and intellectual property law, and Yannick Geryszewski is about to take over the Dutch IT law market."
Legal 500 - EMEA (2024)
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"Pjotr Heemskerk's knowledge and experience in IT law is unparalleled."
Legal 500 - EMEA (2024)
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"Pjotr Heemskerk has the knowledge and analytical skills needed to advise and negotiate."
Legal 500 - EMEA (2024)
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Pjotr Heemskerk named "Practice head" in Industry focus: Information Technology
Legal 500 - EMEA (2024)
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‘Pjotr Heemskerk has in-depth knowledge of all relevant case law, but rather than sounding like a walking encyclopedia, he is very much capable of explaining everything in a manner understandable for the client and applying his knowledge in practical advice.’
Legal 500 - EMEA (2023)
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‘Pjotr takes care of his junior associates and provides them with the opportunity to further develop.’
Legal 500 - EMEA (2023)
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Pjotr Heemskerk named "Key lawyer" in Industry Focus: Information Technology
Legal 500 - EMEA (2023)
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‘Pjotr Heemskerk can also be described as ‘The Oracle’. He knows and remembers everything regarding cases and established case law, which makes him able to quickly analyse a case and come up with the right strategy.’
Legal 500 - EMEA (2022)
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Pjotr Heemskerk

Counsel - Attorney at Law

pjotr.heemskerk@loyensloeff.com

Amsterdam

Dutch, English

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<p>Pjotr Heemskerk is a versatile legal professional with a strong track record in litigation and risk management for complex commercial matters. He combines deep expertise in commercial law, intellectual property, and information/emerging technologies with a professional background in corporate law and banking & finance. </p>

Known for his pragmatic approach and solid negotiation skills, Pjotr acts for clients across diverse industries, offering integrated perspectives that bridge legal, financial, and operational considerations.

Pjotr also teaches on legal topics related to litigation, contracts, and technology law, and dedicates time to assisting non-profit organisations in need of legal and regulatory support.